Finger painting, making slime, and jumping in mud puddles sound like all fun and games until it is time to clean up. The daunting task of cleaning up glue and glitter after doing arts and crafts can prevent many parents
Crossing Midline: What is it and why is it important?
Crossing midline is the skill of reaching across the middle of the body with an arm or leg to complete a task on the other side of the body. Before kids learn to cross midline, they typically will only use
Occupational Therapy – Easy Pincer Grasp Activities
Fine motor skills are a huge part of your child’s development! These skills involve the small muscles in the hands and fingers, allowing your child to pick up and use objects appropriately. As kids grow, their grasp follows a natural
Fine Motor Development for your Toddler: Play ideas
Childhood development does not hit the pause button even in the face of a pandemic. Children learn through play and exploration, and we are committed here at Therapy Playground to provide the necessary resources to ensure your kiddo is continuing
Remote Learning Tips
1. Have a space that is dedicated to remote learning. 2. Use picture schedules, timers, and verbal warnings to assist with transitions. 3. Utilize alternative seating. 4. Lay weighted items across the child’s lap while they are learning. 5. Have
Kids Yoga
What is kids yoga? Kids yoga is just yoga for kids! It typically incorporates games and stories to keep your child’s attention and is designed according to your child’s development. What can kids yoga do for my child? Kids
Backpack Strategies for Parents and Students
Aching backs and shoulders? Tingling arms? Weakened muscles? Stooped posture? Does your child have these symptoms after wearing a heavy school backpack? Carrying too much weight in a pack or wearing it the wrong way can lead to pain and
Tips to Help Ease the Transition of Daylight Savings Time
Tips to Help Ease the Transition of Daylight Savings Time – Help your child get ready by talking about the change ahead of time. Let them know what day it will happen and that it will be getting dark
Tips to Help Your Child Participate in Halloween Festivities
– Plan ahead and help your child prepare – Halloween traditions can be confusing because they often go against daily rules, like taking candy from strangers. There are also often many surprises, like someone jumping out to scare the child.
What to Expect: OT Eval
What to Expect When Your Child Has an Occupational Therapy Evaluation Your child has been referred for an occupational therapy evaluation by their primary care provider and you may have lots of questions! Frequently Asked Questions about OT Evaluations Q: